Wisconsin 2025-2026 Regular Session

Wisconsin Senate Bill SB525

Introduced
10/9/25  
Refer
10/9/25  
Report Pass
11/10/25  
Engrossed
11/18/25  
Refer
1/12/26  
Enrolled
1/16/26  

Caption

An Act to repeal 84.305 (2m) (a), 84.305 (3) (i) and 84.305 (5) (f) 2.; to amend 84.305 (2), 84.305 (3) (a), 84.305 (3) (b), 84.305 (3) (g), 84.305 (4), 84.305 (5) (a), 84.305 (5) (ag), 84.305 (5) (d), 84.305 (5) (f) 1. and 84.305 (6) (a); to create 84.305 (1) (ar), 84.305 (1) (hm), 84.305 (2m) (ar), 84.305 (3r) and 84.305 (5) (f) 3. of the statutes; Relating to: removal of vegetation obstructing outdoor advertising signs.

Impact

If SB525 is enacted, it will likely lead to significant changes in how municipalities manage their landscapes, particularly in commercial districts. Local governments may need to revise their landscaping regulations to comply with new state mandates, which could result in increased costs for maintaining properties near outdoor signage. The bill may also lead to more frequent disputes between property owners and vegetation management services concerning compliance and maintenance standards.

Summary

Senate Bill 525 (SB525) focuses on the management of vegetation that obstructs outdoor advertising signs. The bill proposes to establish more stringent regulations regarding the maintenance of vegetation around signage, aiming to enhance visibility and accessibility for advertising purposes. This legislation reflects an effort to balance the interests of outdoor advertisers with urban landscaping, recognizing the importance of clear sightlines in commercial areas.

Contention

The introduction of SB525 has generated mixed reactions among stakeholders. Supporters argue that clearer regulations regarding vegetation will benefit the advertising industry by increasing the visibility of signs, thus potentially boosting local economies. Conversely, critics, particularly from environmental advocacy groups, raise concerns about the ecological impact of more aggressive vegetation management, fearing that it could harm urban biodiversity and affect the aesthetic quality of public spaces. They contend that the bill may prioritize commercial interests over environmental stewardship and public well-being.

Companion Bills

WI AB521

Crossfiled An Act to repeal 84.305 (2m) (a), 84.305 (3) (i) and 84.305 (5) (f) 2.; to amend 84.305 (2), 84.305 (3) (a), 84.305 (3) (b), 84.305 (3) (g), 84.305 (4), 84.305 (5) (a), 84.305 (5) (ag), 84.305 (5) (d), 84.305 (5) (f) 1. and 84.305 (6) (a); to create 84.305 (1) (ar), 84.305 (1) (hm), 84.305 (2m) (ar), 84.305 (3r) and 84.305 (5) (f) 3. of the statutes; Relating to: removal of vegetation obstructing outdoor advertising signs.

Previously Filed As

WI AB808

Campaign statements and registrations: filing online or electronically.

WI SB852

Political Reform Act of 1974: Citizens Redistricting Commission.

WI AB351

Campaign contributions: agency officers.

WI AB521

Removal of vegetation obstructing outdoor advertising signs.

WI HB4590

To codify Executive Order 14305 (relating to restoring American airspace sovereignty).

WI AB104

An act to amend the Budget Act of 2025 (Chapters 4 and 5 of the Statutes of 2025) by amending Items 0540-103-0001, 0690-301-0001, 0977-401, 1700-001-0001, 3125-301-0140, 3125-301-6088, 3540-001-0001, 3790-111-0577, 3825-002-6088, 3970-492, 5180-101-0890, 5180-151-0001, 5180-151-0890, 6100-107-0001, 6440-001-0001, 6610-001-0001, 6870-101-0001, 6870-194-0001, and 7760-101-0001 of, adding Items 3340-490, 5225-493, 5225-494, 6100-492, and 6870-403 to, repealing Item 3125-301-0720 of, Section 2.

WI SB644

Political Reform Act of 1974: contribution limits.

WI HB548

A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 8.01-413.01, 8.01-622.1, 18.2-369, 32.1-127, 32.1-127.1:03, 32.1-138.1, 32.1-162.16, 32.1-162.18, 32.1-291.21, 32.1-309.1, 32.1-325, 37.2-804.2, as it is currently effective and as it shall become effective, 37.2-805.1, 37.2-817.01, 37.2-817.1, 37.2-837, 37.2-838, 37.2-1101, 37.2-1108, 53.1-133.04, 54.1-2807.02, 54.1-2818.1, 54.1-2818.5, 54.1-2970.1, 54.1-2987.1, 54.1-2988.1, 54.1-2993.1, 54.1-2995, 63.2-501, 63.2-1605, 64.2-2000, 64.2-2002, 64.2-2003, 64.2-2009, and 64.2-2019 of the Code of Virginia; to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Chapter 29 of Title 54.1 an article numbered 8.1, consisting of sections numbered 54.1-2993.2 through 54.1-2993.31; and to repeal §§ 54.1-2981, 54.1-2982, 54.1-2983, 54.1-2983.2 through 54.1-2987, 54.1-2988, and 54.1-2989 through 54.1-2993 of the Code of Virginia, relating to Uniform Health Care Decisions Act; civil penalty.

WI HB900

A BILL to amend and reenact §§ 33.2-358, 33.2-371, 33.2-1524, 33.2-1524.1, 33.2-1526.1, 33.2-3401, 33.2-3402, 33.2-3403, 33.2-3502, 46.2-774, 58.1-602, 58.1-603, as it is currently effective and as it may become effective, 58.1-609.5, 58.1-609.11, 58.1-612, 58.1-623, 58.1-647, and 58.1-648 of the Code of Virginia; to amend the Code of Virginia by adding in Article 2 of Chapter 19 of Title 33.2 a section numbered 33.2-1904.1, by adding in Article 11 of Chapter 19 of Title 33.2 a section numbered 33.2-1937, by adding in Chapter 24 of Title 33.2 a section numbered 33.2-2402, by adding in Chapter 7 of Title 46.2 a section numbered 46.2-775, by adding sections numbered 58.1-603.3 and 58.1-612.3, and by adding in Chapter 17 of Title 58.1 an article numbered 13, consisting of a section numbered 58.1-1749; and to amend Chapter 766 of the Acts of Assembly of 2013 by adding a nineteenth enactment, relating to sales and use tax on taxable services and digital personal property; taxes levied in certain transportation districts; funding for transportation.

WI HB1179

Transportation; changes various provisions of existing funds, etc.

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